Chemistry: The Molecular Science (with CD-ROM, General ChemistryNow, and InfoTrac) [Hardcover]

John W. Moore (Author), Conrad L. Stanitski (Author), Peter C. Jurs (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: February 5, 2004 | ISBN-10: 0534422012 | ISBN-13: 978-0534422011 | Edition: 002

The most successful first edition General Chemistry text published in the last decade, CHEMISTRY: THE MOLECULAR SCIENCE continues in this new edition to emphasize the traditional core concepts covered in the general chemistry course. Lauded for its focus on visualization for understanding in support of students' conceptual development and its dedicated emphasis on content mastery through a proven problem-solving methodology that actively engages students in the chemical thought process, this Second Edition offers a complete pedagogical solution. The text's student focus is extended through General ChemistryNow--the first assessment-centered Web-based learning tool for general chemistry. Developed in concert, the unparalleled integration of text and media provides students with a seamless learning system. Based on extensive user and reviewer feedback, the Second Edition has been significantly revised to meet the content and organizational needs of today's general chemistry classroom. CHEMISTRY: THE MOLECULAR SCIENCE is intended for mainstream general chemistry courses geared toward students who expect to pursue further study in science, engineering, or science-related disciplines.

Editorial Reviews

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"If I were to describe the Moore text to a colleague I would say it like this: CHEMISTRY: THE MOLECULAR SCIENCE is a refreshing newcomer to a general chemistry textbook market that is already filled with excellent texts. With its easy reading style, innovative graphics, excellent variety of problem types, and emphasis on conceptual learning, CHEMISTRY: THE MOLECULAR SCIENCE already stands out from its more established counterparts."

"The organization is excellent." "The depth of coverage is excellent, much better than McMurry and Fay." "It is the best written textbook I have seen."

"This is a good book and I look forward to using the new edition."

About the Author

John W. Moore received an A.B. magna cum laude from Franklin and Marshall College and a Ph.D. from Northwestern University. He held a National Science Foundation postdoctoral fellowship at the University of Copenhagen, and taught at Indiana University-Bloomington and Eastern Michigan University before joining the faculty of the University of Wisconsin-Madison in 1989. At the University of Wisconsin Dr. Moore is Professor of Chemistry, Director of the Institute for Chemical Education, and Chair of the General Chemistry Division. In 2000 he was appointed to a named chair, W.T. Lippincott Professor of Chemistry, in honor of his excellence in research in chemical education. Dr. Moore has been Editor of the "Journal of Chemical Education" since 1996. He has won every major award in chemical education, including the ACS George C. Pimentel Award and the James Flack Norris Award. In 2003 he was awarded the Benjamin Smith Reynolds Award for Excellence in Teaching Engineers by the University of Wisconsin-Madison School of Engineering.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 1248 pages
• Publisher: Brooks Cole; 002 edition (February 5, 2004)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0534422012
• ISBN-13: 978-0534422011
• Product Dimensions: 11 x 8 x 1.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 5.8 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #498,071 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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3.0 out of 5 stars Typical Intro Chemistry Book
I am a grad student going into chemistry with a completely unrelated background. Thus, I have to give myself an undergrad in chemistry to catch up with everyone else. Read more

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Published on April 9, 2006 by A. R. Kugelstadt

4.0 out of 5 stars Great book
I thourougly enjoyed the book, however I would have liked twice as many worked example exercises in the book.

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5.0 out of 5 stars one of the best
This book explains basic chemistry concepts very well. The chapter on entropy is great. The sequence of the topics covered is generally traditional. Read more

Published on May 28, 2005 by athens

5.0 out of 5 stars Great book.
This is the best general chemistry book I've used so far. It is easy to read. It covers what I need for the MCAT's general chemistry requirements. Good reference book.

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